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"419" Scam – Advance Fee / Fake Lottery Scam

The so-called "419" scam is a type of fraud dominated by criminals from Nigeria and other countries in Africa. Victims of the scam are promised a large amount of money, such as a lottery prize, inheritance, money sitting in some bank account, etc.

Victims never receive this non-existent fortune but are tricked into sending their money to the criminals, who remain anonymous. They hide their real identity and location by using fake names and fake postal addresses as well as communicating via anonymous free email accounts and mobile phones.

Keep in mind that scammers DO NOT use their real names when defrauding people.
The criminals either abuse names of real people or companies or invent names or addresses.
Any real people or companies mentioned below have NO CONNECTION to the scammers!

Read more about such scams here or in our 419 FAQ. Use the Scam-O-Matic to verify suspect emails.

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Fraud email example:

From: "sgtjoshzz" <sgtjoshzz@katamail.com>
Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2013 10:35:47 +0200
Subject: Urgent Request


From: Sgt., Josh Sanchez.Dear Friend,Request For Your Assistance.I know you might be skeptical receiving this email,I am currently redeployed from Iraq to Afghanistan another deadly zone.  I and my patrol team discovered some huge funds which belongs to nobody and after disclosing some to the commanding officer we have kept some for ourselves.My total share of US$15 Million Dollars all in 100 Dollar Bills. I want to move this money to you where is currently deposited in a security Company, so that you take safe custody of the fund and invest some in a lucrative business until I arrange to meet with you after my service is over. You don't have to worry about any hitch in claiming this fund, I assure you it is risk free, This is fact and you can go to this web link to read about events that happens here:http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/2988455.stmI have decided on this sharing arrangement of 60% for me and 40% for you my friend. No strings attached, just help me move the funds out and take safe custody.I have made plan of using a diplomatic courier service in shipping the funds out to you. The funds shall be properly concealed in a large box consignment during shipment and with full diplomatic immunity tag to avoid being tempered by anyone. If you are interested and  trustworthy  then I need your details urgently as shown below:a. Your Full Names.b. Your Contact Address And Nearest Airport to you.c. Your Age And Occupationf. Your Personal Phone And Cell Nos.NOTE: This box can be shipped out within 48hrs if you are ready to assist me.My Regards,Sgt., Josh Sanchez.

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